News - healthcare

New Longford clinic could be developed within two years

Councillors gave their backing for the state-of-the-art clinic at the old Providers building in the town.

May 8, 2026 17:56

One GP position in Longford had to be advertised three times before a suitable candidate was found.

Apr 28, 2026 18:14

This helps ensure Emergency Departments are available for those who need them most.

Apr 3, 2026 09:38

They include physical, sexual and verbal assaults.

Mar 1, 2026 08:44

26 patients with flu are being treated across the hospital.

Dec 30, 2025 14:26

Emergency departments are expected to be busy, so consider visiting a local injury unit or pharmacy for minor injuries.

Dec 21, 2025 12:07

Visitors with flu-like symptoms urged not to visit.

Dec 17, 2025 17:09

It follows an agreement between the HSE and Irish Pharmacy Union announced yesterday evening.

Dec 13, 2025 08:41

Sligo University Hospital is the busiest in the region and fourth busiest in the country.

Nov 18, 2025 15:03

It says it's on track to screen over 170 thousand women this year - the highest number in its history.

Nov 8, 2025 08:18

That's according to the latest figures released by the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation.

Nov 6, 2025 13:15

In July, the HSE confirmed that high-risk mothers could no longer deliver their babies at the facility and were told to go to other units.

Nov 5, 2025 07:54

The total number of admitted patients waiting for beds in October was 9,643.

Oct 31, 2025 13:06

He was responding to suggestions that the 40-bed facility be developed in Ballinasloe instead.

Oct 14, 2025 13:34

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